Deadline: 10 February, 2022
Location: Abuja, Nigeria
A non-governmental organisation (NGO) that works to enhance electoral integrity and credibility through research, documentation, policy and law influencing, electoral education and impact advocacy is seeking to fill the role of Communications and Information Technology (CIT) Officer.
Responsibilities
- Support the effective implementation of the organisation’s communications strategy
- Provide technical support by preparing and organising public events (workshops, high-level meetings, conferences, etc.), managing and supporting effective media relations and information dissemination
- Identify, propose and support communication opportunities and activities in line with the communications strategy and work plans of projects and programmes
- Lead in the development and dissemination of print and audio-visual materials
- Handle media monitoring and develop regular media reports from data
- Provide media relations support for all staff of the organisation, including responding to requests and gathering input for talking points
- Draft press releases, statements and success stories of the organisation
- Lead in managing the organisation’s digital platforms
- Assist in design and creation of content for all communication channels – website, social media, Basecamp, Mailchimp, Adobe Creative etc
- Support in planning, monitoring and reporting of communication activities
- Participate on behalf of the organisation in work-related external communication groups
- Assist the programme unit in implementing planned communications activities
- Maintain library and database of reference materials, photos and videos of the activities
- Provide support to enhancing visibility for all programme and activities
- Support in the production of newsletters, annual reports and editorial series for publications
- Perform other tasks as assigned
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or HND in Information Communication, Computer Science or a related field
- Two years, minimum, of relevant experience in I.T., communication and media
- Quality experience in the use of social media and digital platforms
- Knowledge of the use of design software such as InDesign, Photoshop and CoralDraw
- Relevant experience as a communications and media practitioner with any government entity/agency or NGO is an asset
- Exceptional communication skills, interpersonal skills and ability to operate with little or no supervision
- Good team-building qualities with excellent writing skills
- Computer literacy with a good knowledge of all Microsoft Office tools and effective operation of online tools and portals
- Good visibility enhancement skills and ability to engage actively via social media
To apply, send both CV and a letter of expression of interest (Microsoft Word or pdf) to irecruit0720@gmail.com.
For your email subject, use your name and job title (e.g., ‘Adewale Chinyere Aminu – Communications and Information Technology Officer’).
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